Question

What is the motto of the Indian Coast Guard?
A. Vayam Rakshamah
B. Kartavya Jeevan Paryant
C. Sham No Varunah
D. Service Before Self

Answer 1

Hint: The motto of the Indian Coast Guard is We Protect in English. The main word is taken from Sanskrit. They protect our coasts and offshore wealth including oil, fish, and minerals.

Complete answer:
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) is an Armed Force, Search and Rescue and Maritime Law Enforcement agency. They protect India's maritime interests and enforce its maritime law. They have jurisdiction over the territorial waters of India, which includes the contiguous zone and exclusive economic zone.

The Indian coast guard works closely with the Indian Navy, the Department of Fisheries, the Department of Revenue (Customs), and the Central and State police forces to look after the issues.
Their motto is "Vayam Rakshamah" ("वयम रक्षामः" - A Sanskrit Word) which means "We Protect".
The Indian Coast Guard organization is headed by the Director-General (DG ICG) who is located at Coast Guard Headquarters (GCHQ), New Delhi. The director-general is also assisted by four Deputy Director-Generals. The current Director-General is Krishnaswamy Natarajan.
They have missions which include:-
To protect our artificial islands, offshore terminals, and other installations.
They protect and assist the fishermen and mariners at sea.
Also, helps in the preservation and protection of marine ecology and the environment including pollution control. Law enforcement in territorial as well as international waters.

The correct answer is Option A.

Note:The Indian Coast Guard collects Scientific data and supports the Indian Navy with National defense during hostilities. They assist our Department of Customs and other authorities in anti-smuggling operations. The Indian Coast Guard is a multi-mission organization, conducting round-the-year real-life operations at sea. Despite being relatively small, it has a wide range of task capabilities for both surface and air operations.